<![CDATA[The Studio Blog]]> http://www.dwellstudio.com/blog/ Wed, 22 May 2013 08:33:09 +0000 Zend_Feed http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss <![CDATA[Foodie Findings]]> http://www.dwellstudio.com/blog/food-experiments/ What ingredients are you experimenting with? Christiane has been in the test kitchen spicing up her leftovers with some interesting ingredients like quinoa, kale and Himalayan red rice. Doesn't that sound curiously delicious? Her recent foodie instagrams have inspired the whole studio to start trying ways to dress up the everyday meal.

Where do you look for new recipe ideas? Here are a few of our favorite food inspiration staples...


Roost is a visual feast of dreamy food photography with a focus on gluten-free baking. We're entranced by this blog's beautiful images and interesting recipes.



We're obsessed with our recent discovery of The Food Life. Fashionable tastemakers dole out their personal food fascinations from underground restaurants to secret family recipes.



Sunday Suppers holds classes and events in Brooklyn with a focus on seasonal and organic ingredients. We love the communal vibe this site encourages.



You already know about our love for Kinfolk Magazine. But we've recently discovered their gorgeous food films, which always leave us salivating for more.



Where do you go for food inspiration? We would love to know!

]]> Tue, 01 May 2012 16:07:46 +0000 <![CDATA[DwellDialogue with... Nathan Williams of Kinfolk]]> http://www.dwellstudio.com/blog/dwell-dialogue-nathan-kinfolk/ You already know how much we adore Kinfolk! So imagine our excitement when we had the pleasure of catching up with Nathan Williams, Editor of Kinfolk! Nathan doled out his expert advice on dining, table setting, springtime dishes and his current literary inspirations. See below for the full rundown!



On creating a relaxed vibe while entertaining

I always try to involve friends and guests in the meal preparation. It’s tempting to plan the food to come out of the oven the minute they arrive, with a pre-set table and ice in the glasses, but this feels more formal and stiff to me. Most people enjoy having something to do while talking and catching up – it breaks the ice. We do this with our Kinfolk dinner series as well; everyone is given a task as they arrive (setting the table, opening wine, lighting candles) and it seems to immediately put them at ease as they help.


Springtime Dishes

The menu should definitely evolve with the seasons and reflect what is available at the time and the dishes that will feel appropriate. These are a few of my recent favorites that seem suitable for spring.

Shaved Fennel Salad

Blood Orange, Prosecco & Thyme Sorbet

Classic Pesto


Go-To Table Setting

Low glass tumblers, plain white or ivory cloth napkins, well-used candles, and sprigs of rosemary.


Current Literary Inspirations

I’ve been reading Bringing It to the Table by Wendell Berry as inspiration for our next volume of Kinfolk, as well as keeping up with a few of my favorite magazines: Smith Journal, Anthology, and Monocle.

And make sure to check out Kinfolk’s current issue—a beautiful tome on everyday entertaining!

]]> Wed, 04 Apr 2012 20:50:57 +0000 <![CDATA[Inspiration - Kinfolk]]> http://www.dwellstudio.com/blog/kinfolk/ Have you discovered Kinfolk yet? We adore this beautiful magazine, their blog, website and their whole approach to dining. Kinfolk celebrates friendship, family and community through understated yet elegantly planned gatherings. Their Dinner Series brings together local artisans and creative people for intimate gatherings filled with vibrate food and conversation. Their philosophy is so inspiring—simple, effortless and welcoming. We love how Kinfolk is redefining the art of entertaining!


How gorgeous is this video for Kinfolk's Brooklyn dinner?

Kinfolk, you inspire us!



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]]> Fri, 30 Mar 2012 03:42:19 +0000 <![CDATA[Spotlight On - Axel Round Dining Table]]> http://www.dwellstudio.com/blog/spotlight-axel-table/ We delved into our design files to find these early sketches of the Axel Round Dining Table. We discovered that our design team initially envisioned a rectangular table, but eventually decided on the round shape of the Axel for its versatility. A round table feels so casual and has an unfussy vibe—doesn't it make you want to gather around for cozy dinners? But with its rosewood finish and gilded base, the Axel can be easily styled for a sophisticated dinner party. Casual or elegant, the Axel combines the best of both worlds! See the final design>

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